Whitton Parish is a proud participant in Top Up Shops Ipswich, an initiative focused on alleviating food poverty and social deprivation within our local area. We work in partnership with organizations such as FareShare, Neighbourly, and various local food wholesalers and producers. This allows us to provide good quality food to local residents at discounted prices. Beyond food, we also aim to offer care and support through wellbeing and other groups, inspired by the love of Jesus. Our ultimate goal is to support those who may feel unheard, lack food, or feel without hope.
Our Top Up Shop operates weekly in the church hall, providing an option for those who find it challenging to afford sufficient food. There's no referral needed. Simply bring £2 for a reusable bag, and you can select from the available goods. Everyone in need of food is welcome. You'll find a welcoming atmosphere, opportunities for conversation, and a sense of community alongside the food.
Whitton Parish is a proud participant in Top Up Shops Ipswich, an initiative focused on alleviating food poverty and social deprivation within our local area. We work in partnership with organizations such as FareShare, Neighbourly, and various local food wholesalers and producers. This allows us to provide good quality food to local residents at discounted prices. Beyond food, we also aim to offer care and support through wellbeing and other groups, inspired by the love of Jesus. Our ultimate goal is to support those who may feel unheard, lack food, or feel without hope.
The effects of debt can be devastating to families. Christians Against Poverty (CAP) are lifesavers, helping people get out of the debt trap, and stay debt-free.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis says, ‘CAP are unsurpassed when it comes to the debt help they give people.’
There is a CAP debt centre based in Ipswich, run in partnership with local churches across the town, and they also run life skills and money management courses. Their help is completely free.
0800 328 0006
It can be really hard to raise a family, particularly if you’re doing it on your own. The pressures are even worse when money is tight.
Family First is a local Christian charity working with families who are struggling for all kinds of reasons. They arrange for trained volunteer mentors to meet with you, to listen and to encourage you as a parent. This regular support really works to help families move on.
They work confidentially and non-judgementally, to help families become resilient, thriving and happy.
0300 772 7715
Looking for fun, chat, and play in a friendly environment? Come and join our Mums and Tots Group! We're a happy, welcoming community, eager to meet you and your little ones (up to school age). It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with other parents and carers while your children play, have fun, and learn to socialise.
We offer a wide variety of toys for your children to enjoy, plus a book library where you can borrow stories to read at home. On your first afternoon, we'll chat with you and share details about our upcoming activities. On the second Wednesday of each month, we also have a short, child-friendly gathering in the church, complete with action songs and a story, followed by more play and snack time back in the hall. All are welcome! We ask for just 50p per session to help cover our costs, including snack time and activities.
Our group was started over 40 years ago to provide a welcoming space where mums and children could meet new friends, and we've been going strong ever since! We welcome you any Wednesday during term time. Come and meet new friends with little ones just like yours, or bring a friend along with their children up to school age too.
Angela and I have been involved with the group for many years and eagerly look forward to greeting you and telling you more about what to expect. On your first visit, you'll receive a new member's letter with more information about our group and contact numbers should you need them.
So, come along any Wednesday during term time and see for yourself! For more details, please feel free to telephone Bridget Kemp on 01473 286663 or Angela Parobij on 01473 251980. Or simply drop in – we can't wait to meet you!
We are proud to support a variety of engaging uniformed groups for young people in our community, fostering growth, friendship, and valuable life skills: